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In 2025, the 20th Durga Puja came alive with the vibrant celebrations and heartfelt creations of special children, celebrating love, inclusivity, resilience and joy. This Durga Puja 2025 was celebrated with immense joy and enthusiasm by the children of Apanjan and Anandaghar. The festive days were filled with laughter, music, dance, and a deep sense of togetherness. The children rejoiced in the festive spirit, dressed in new clothes, enjoying delicious meals and taking part in cultural performances and puja rituals with boundless excitement.
The spirit of Maa Durga is symbolizing strength, compassion and victory of good over evil—echoed through every heart. The warmth, laughter, and togetherness made this Puja truly special. For the children, these moments of celebration go far beyond festivity—they are the hope for a brighter tomorrow. OFFER remains grateful to all friends and supporters who made this 20th Durga Puja truly special for every child of OFFER.
A moment of Glory
OFFER’s Director & Founder Dr. Kallol Ghosh is grateful to receive the Governor’s Award of Excellence, being a change maker. This great event, Navyug @75, hosted at the iconic Raj Bhavan Kolkata, by his Excellency Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose, Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal, on the momentous occasion commemorating the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the vision of a New India.
This recognition, during such a landmark celebration of 75 years of India’s progress, fills all of us with pride and renewed commitment to contribute to our nation’s journey ahead.
At the Times Now Business Excellence Awards (East 2024), OFFER’s Founder and Director, Mr. Kallol Ghosh, was honoured with a prestigious award by actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood. This recognition celebrates three decades of tireless work empowering underprivileged children through education, healthcare, and psychosocial support. It also highlights Cafe Positive, a pioneering initiative providing dignified employment opportunities for HIV-positive individuals. This award strengthens our resolve to continue fighting for the rights and well-being of HIV-positive children and promoting awareness about their struggles and dreams.
Anandaghar marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of a new hostel for girl children living with HIV on November 14, 2024. Supported by The SuperGas Foundation, Anandaghar Girls Home, also known as ‘Supergas Enclave’, provides a safe and nurturing environment for girls aged 6-18 affected by HIV. These vulnerable children are often deprived of education and a proper childhood, Our home secures their rights to:
– Education
– Protection
– Participation
– Survival
– Development
By providing a supportive environment, we empower these young girls to thrive and build a brighter future.
We are thrilled to share that the prestigious Mercury Gold Award authority has organized an event at our Apanjan Campus on December 8th, 2024. The event has honoured the renowned film producer and philanthropist, Mr. Sergio Scapagnini, for his outstanding film “Parikrama,” (which tells the story of a street child’s struggle on Goa’s Sea Beach), for raising awareness of the plight of the street children of the world and providing them with care, dignity, respect and education they deserve.
Mr. Scapagnini, a dear friend of OFFER for over two decades, has graciously dedicated this award to street children worldwide, advocating for their rights and respect. The event was attended by esteemed guests, including film director Mr. Gautam Ghosh, the Ambassador of Italy to India, senior representatives from Missionaries of Charity and Ramakrishna Mission, and other distinguished delegates from various fields.
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